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Nestled in the heart of Rivers State, Nigeria, the Ndoni community recently came alive with the vibrant celebration of Ipia Nmanwu Day during the annual Ndoni Cultural Day. This event, held in Ogbasu, Ndoni, is a colourful testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Ndoni people, a subgroup of the Igbo ethnic group. The…
Introduction The Caribbean and Americas are cultural mosaics where traditions from Africa have been preserved, adapted, and disseminated through centuries of displacement and cultural exchange. Among these traditions, masking holds a significant place. This article explores the detailed links between the masking traditions of the Bight of Biafra, specifically Igboland, and the vibrant masquerade practices…
The Ekpeye Igbo community, also known as Ekpafia, is a subgroup of the Igbo people of Nigeria, renowned for their rich cultural heritage and vibrant traditions. Among their most significant cultural events is the Ogbukele festival, a celebration that intertwines spiritual practices, artistic expression, and communal identity. This festival was notably documented in the 1930s…
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